Life Enrichment - Pet Visitor
Purpose:
- To provide the sensory and emotional stimulation, relaxation, and enjoyment of animal companionship.
Benefits to Resident/Presbyterian Homes:
- Resident’s life will be enriched by companion animal visits.
Responsibilities:
- Sign appropriate form documenting pet’s current immunizations.
- Be in control of pet at all times.
- On leash at all times.
- Report any incident of pet puncture, scratches or bites.
- Visit residents as indicated on the pet visit lists.
- Respect and recognize that some residents and others do not wish to have contact with animals.
- Observe the visiting pet policy guideline.
- Record each visit in appropriate manner.
Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:
- Caring, cheerful attitude.
- Ability to converse with a variety of personalities.
Training and/or Support Provided:
- Possession of a well controlled, obedient animal of appropriate temperament.
- Ability to provide positive customer service.
Time Commitment/Hours:
- Flexible
Benefits to Volunteer:
- Self fulfullment through helping others.
- Service learning hours.
Reports to:
- Life Enrichment Staff
- Volunteer Director
Training and/or Support Provided:
- Volunteer orientation
